Team Lead Network & Security

As R&D Network & Security Team Lead, you'll take ownership of embedding cybersecurity principles into the lifecycle of our robotic and software systems, while leading and developing a team of security professionals. You will collaborate with R&D, product management, and compliance teams to define the security strategy, assess risks, set security requirements, and drive our alignment with regulations and standards including NIS2, CRA, and IEC 62443.

• Lead and grow a small team responsible for network and cybersecurity across our robotics platforms and IT infrastructure
• Define and oversee the implementation of cybersecurity measures, policies, and controls, translating NIS2 and CRA requirements into actionable practices
• Own the security risk assessment and threat modelling process, guiding the team's methodology and output
• Set and enforce secure software and hardware development practices across R&D
• Drive product certifications and assessments related to IEC 62443 and ISO27001
• Lead incident response planning, security testing, and coordinate response efforts when needed
• Represent the security function in cross-departmental and management discussions
• Monitor cybersecurity trends and evolving regulatory requirements, and translate these into team priorities and roadmap

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 6-8 years' experience in leading a team or projects, preferably in an industrial, cybersecurity or embedded systems context
• Strong knowledge of the NIS2 directive, Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), and IEC 62443 standards
• Solid understanding of network security, secure software development, and industrial control system (ICS) security
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop technical team members
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, decisive, and team-oriented leadership style
• Fluency in English and Dutch

What do we offer you?

• A place in an enthusiastic, young organisation with the necessary ambitions
• The necessary freedom and opportunity to take initiative.
• An intensive training by experienced people.
• An attractive salary in an international environment with many benefits:
  • Company car with fuel card/charging pass
  • Group & health insurance
  • Meal vouchers (8€) + Eco vouchers
  • Net allowances
  • CAO90 Bonus
  • Laptop
  • iPhone + subscription
  • 20 days of vacation plus 12 extra days for working a full year on 40h-workweek instead of 38h (32 leave days in total)
• Satellite office in Berchem ( Antwerp )

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